1996 FORD F SERIES MOTORHOME AND COMMERCIAL CHASSIS coolant temperature

30 %
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[LG11100( ALL)01/95]
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
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[LG11201( ALL)03/95]
This gauge tells you the temperature of the
engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the
coolant is not at its proper level or mixture, the
gauge indicator will not be accurate.
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[LG11301( ALL)02/95]
The pointer moves from the C (cold) mark into
the Normal band as the engine coolant warms
up. It is acceptable for the pointer to fluctuate
within the Normal band under normal driving
conditions. Under certain driving conditions,
such as heavy stop and go traffic or driving up
hills in hot weather, the pointer may indicate at
the top of the Normal band.
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[LG11401( ALL)05/95]
If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves
above the NORMAL band, the engine coolant is
overheating and continued operation may cause
engine damage.
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[LG11501( ALL)01/95]
If your engine coolant overheats:
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[LG11601( ALL)03/95]
1. Pull off the road as soon as it is safely
possible.
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[LG11701( ALL)03/95]
2. Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the
engine as soon as safely possible, severe
engine damage could result.
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[LG11801( ALL)05/95]
3. Let the engine cool.DO NOT REMOVE
COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL
THE ENGINE IS COOL.
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[LG11901( ALL)04/95]
4. Check the coolant level following the
instructions on checking and adding coolant
to your engine, seeEngine Coolantin the
Index. If you do not follow these
instructions, you or others could be injured.
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[LG12200( ALL)03/95]
For instructions on checking and adding coolant
to your engine, seeEngine coolantin the Index. If
you do not follow these instructions, you or
others could be injured.
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Engine coolant temperature gauge
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[LG12601( ALL)01/95]
Speedometer
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[LG12700( ALL)01/95]
The speedometer tells you how many miles
(kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving.
[LG12751( M)05/95]
Your vehicle contains a speedometer which
receives its input from a speed sensor. The
speedometer is also used to provide a speed
signal for correct operation of the vehicle's
Electronic Engine Control (EEC) module,
electronic transmission, and speed control
(if so equipped).
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126 %
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[SV19950( ALL)03/95]
NOTE: Do not use an engine coolant that does
not meet all 14 requirements of Ford
Specification ESE-M97B44-A. The use
of an improper coolant may void your
warranty for the engine cooling system.
Use only a premium nationally
recognized brand name engine coolant.
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[SV19960( ALL)05/95]
Ford Motor Company expressly authorizes the
Ford Rotunda engine coolant recycling process
and chemicals. Use only Ford Rotunda recycled
engine coolant or an equivalent recycled engine
coolant that is certified by the supplier to meet
Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A.
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[SV19980( ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive
fluids in a responsible manner. Follow
your community's standards for
disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out
about recycling automotive fluids.
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[SV20001( ALL)01/95]
Use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid or an
equivalent engine coolant that meets Ford
Specification ESE-M97B44-A. Do not use alcohol
or methanol antifreeze and do not use engine
coolant mixed with alcohol or methanol
antifreeze. If you do not use the proper coolant,
the aluminum radiator on your vehicle will
corrode.
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[SV20100( ALL)01/95]
Leave the engine coolant in all year. Make sure
that the coolant will not freeze at the
temperature level in which you drive during
winter months. Keep a mixture of engine coolant
in your engine that has a protection rating of at
least-34ÊF (-37ÊC), orwhatever protection rating
is appropriate for the climate in which you live.
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[SV20125( ALL)03/95]
To find out how much engine coolant mixture
your vehicle's coolant system can hold, seeRefill
capacities for fluidsin the Index.
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Parking Brake Reservoir
[SV37550( M)03/93]
To inspect the parking brake fluid, refer to the
1996 Ford Service Manualor a qualified service
technician.
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[SV37600( ALL)03/95]
Power Steering Fluid
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[SV37700( ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the power steering fluid at
least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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[SV37800( ALL)03/95]
To check the level of your power steering fluid:
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[SV37900( ALL)02/95]
1. Start the engine and let it run until the
power steering fluid reaches normal
operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will be at the right temperature when
the engine coolant temperature gauge in the
instrument cluster is near the center of the
NORMAL operating temperature range.
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[SV38000( ALL)01/95]
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering
wheel back and forth several times. Make
sure that the cap assembly is installed at this
time.
[SV38150( M)05/94]
3. Then turn the engine off and do not press
the brake pedal.
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[SV38200( ALL)03/94]
4. Check the fluid level on the dipstick (which
is highlighted in yellow in your vehicle). The
fluid level should be between the arrows in
the FULL HOT range, which is marked on
the side of the dipstick, opposite the side
marked FULL COLD. Do not add fluid if the
level is within the FULL HOT range.
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Index 211
Charging system warning light....... 26
Circuit breakers,
checking and replacing........ 155
Cold engine starting............ 13
Controls
instrument panel............ 33
steering column............ 35
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding......... 122
drain and flush............ 127
preparing for storage......... 169
proper solution............ 125
refill capacities............ 128
specifications............. 126
temperature gauge........... 30
Crankcase emission filter......... 164
Customer Assistance Center,
Ford (U.S.)............... 94
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada............. 94
D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel)..... 33
Daytime running light system....... 34
Defects, reporting............. 99
Dipstick
automatic transmission fluid....138, 140
engine oil.............. 120
power steering fluid......... 143
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)....... 89
Dispute Settlement Board......... 95
Driveline universal joint and slip yoke . . 141
Driving under special conditions
bad weather.............. 60
high speed............... 59
high water............... 60
slippery roads............. 60
tips for safe driving........... 59
towing a trailer............. 62
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212 Index
E
Electrical system
circuit breakers............ 155
fuses................. 147
operating when the engine is off..... 10
Emergencies, roadside
assistance................ 92
battery acid spills......... 79,138
jump-starting.............. 79
towing................. 89
Emergency brake (parking brake)...... 57
Emission control system
emissions warranty........158, 160
Engine
check engine warning light....... 24
fuel injected engine, starting.....11±12
fuel pump shut-off switch........ 16
preparing to start............ 12
refill capacities............ 164
starting............... 9,12
starting after a collision......... 16
storing your vehicle........168±169
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 122
checking hoses............ 127
disposal...........122, 126, 140
drain and flush............ 127
preparing for storage......... 169
proper solution............ 125
recovery reservoir........... 123
refill capacities............ 164
refill procedure............ 128
specifications............. 126
temperature gauge........... 30
Engine coolant temperature gauge..... 30
description............... 30
mechanical............... 30
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214 Index
Fuel (continued)
quality................ 113
running out of fuel.......... 117
safety information relating to
automotive fuels.......... 115
storing your vehicle.......... 169
treating emergencies.......... 115
Fuel cap
removing............... 111
replacing.............111, 117
Fuel filter, specifications......... 164
Fuel gauge................ 29
Fuel pump shut-off switch, starting after
a collision............... 16
Fuse panel, instrument panel....... 148
Fuse panels, power distribution box.... 150
Fuses
checking and replacing........ 153
circuit breakers............ 155
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 111
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) . . . 112, 117
Gasoline (see Fuel)............ 111
Gauges, Mechanical
battery voltage gauge.......... 27
charging system gauge......... 27
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 30
engine oil pressure gauge........ 28
fuel gauge............... 29
speedometer.............. 31
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating............... 67
definition................ 65
Gearshift
automatic operation........... 48
locking the gearshift........... 9
positions................ 48
shifting the gears............ 48
shift-lock.............. 14,49
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